#151 Uncle James Williams: Should Australians Pay Rent on Aboriginal Land?

In this powerful conversation, Uncle James shares his remarkable journey from becoming an Aboriginal watchmaker and professional musician to entering politics and advocating for his community. He reflects on growing up in outback Queensland, reconnecting with his Waka Waka heritage and developing a deep relationship with Country. We explore Aboriginal sovereignty, land rights, the proposed Stolen Aboriginal Land Tax, multiculturalism, social justice and the responsibilities of government. Uncle James also shares his views on the cost-of-living crisis, renewable energy, electric vehicles, small businesses and the changing political landscape in Australia. This is an honest and thought-provoking discussion about belonging, recognition and building a fairer future for everyone who calls Australia home. Watch the full podcast, share your perspective in the comments and subscribe for more meaningful conversations about Australian politics, First Nations voices and social change. Disclaimer: This video is created for educational and informational purposes only. The views and opinions expressed by the guest are entirely their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the channel. We have no intention to disrespect, defame, or cause harm to any person, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. Our sole purpose is to share insights that may help the audience gain perspective and make informed decisions. National Care Sectors Conference: NDIS, Aged Care & Childcare 2026 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/national-care-sectors-conference-ndis-aged-care-childcare-tickets-1633153398779?aff=oddtdtcreator To know more, Follow Dev Singh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dev_singh_aus/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dev.singh.official Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dev-singh-aus-976923183/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DevSinghAus Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0VTaolqK4PAL1t1rLUoHnE Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dev-singh/id1812396601